How to Treat Osteoporsis Naturally

Osteoporosis is a bone disease defined by low bone density and bone loss. There is no cure for the disease, but there are treatments to prevent further bone loss and to stay functional. For treatment, natural treatments are often paired with prescription drugs to maximize patient health. With knowledge on how to stay healthy, you can boost your osteoporosis treatments with natural remedies that can help strengthen your bones.

Things You'll Need

• Vitamins
• Cane or walker
• Rubber-soled shoes

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Instructions

• 1

  Maintain a balanced diet full of calcium and vitamin D. The National Institutes of Health recommends that you intake at least 1,200 mg of calcium and 800 to 1,000 international units (IU) of vitamin D a day. If you are not achieving this through your diet, vitamin supplements should be taken.

• 2

  Exercise regularly to reduce the risk of fractures caused by osteoporosis. Jogging, walking and dancing are good weight-bearing exercises. You may also want to use small weights and stretch bands for resistance exercise. Yoga and tai chi can help increase balance.

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  Prevent falling by using a cane or walker when walking around if you feel unstable. Rubber soled shoes will help with traction. Falls can result in fractures to the hip, wrists or spine that may be immobilizing.